ILLINOIS – With the state’s disaster assessment concluded, Governor JB Pritzker has officially requested a federal disaster declaration be issued for Illinois due to the devastating floods that plagued our state since February 2019. In his request, Governor Pritzker requested Individual Assistance (IA) for 22 counties and Public Assistance (PA) for 32 counties. If approved, a federal disaster declaration would help local governments, residents and businesses affected by this historic flood recover from the disaster by allowing them to apply for grants and loans to assist with storm-related expenses and losses.

“For more than 150
consecutive days, historic and unprecedented spring floods and severe
storms plagued communities across our state, and first responders did an
incredible job protecting life and property,”
said Governor JB Pritzker. “However, seven families experienced
the ultimate tragedy when their loved ones perished due to this natural
disaster. This flood tore children from their homes, severely restricted
key transportation lifelines and decimated
local economies – and it may take years for some communities to fully
recover. I respectfully request the full resources of the federal
government be brought to bear in response to this emergency. Our
communities deserve every opportunity to rebuild, and be
even stronger and more resilient than before.”

To support this
request for a federal disaster declaration, documentation was included
from the recent joint damage assessment, conducted by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Illinois Emergency Management
Agency (IEMA), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and
affected communities. This assessment illustrated the devastating
effects of this flood event:

More than $69
million in direct losses, including over $8.2 million in losses for
individuals and $61 million in losses for units of state, county and
local governments. This does not include the millions in other
economic impacts, such as lost wages to individuals, lost revenue for
businesses, and lost tax revenues for impacted governments.

Over 1,000 miles
of roadway and bridges were damaged or left inaccessible, affecting
some of the most vulnerable populations. Many still are. This disruption
forced residents to travel up to two hours to receive
healthcare or basic necessities like groceries.

More than 1,400
homes and 2.1 million people were impacted by this flood event. Of that,
42 homes were destroyed, 178 sustained major damage, 419 were listed as
having minor damage and another 708 were impacted
by rising floodwaters.

An SBA Survey
Team identified 76 businesses and non-profits with major impacts from
this disaster and 217 with minor impacts, which directly impacts the
amount of tax revenue available for affected communities to
devote to recovery, making federal assistance all the more necessary.

Illinois has not
received a federal disaster declaration since 2013. The Stafford Act
outlines that the State of Illinois must meet or exceed $19 million in
damages in order to qualify for a federal disaster declaration.
While the ultimate decision on Illinois receiving federal funds lies
with Washington, the Pritzker administration will work tirelessly to
ensure our communities get all resources available to recover.

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SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – Thanks to Tropical Storm Barry – the second formed hurricane of the 2019 season, downgraded upon landfall in the Gulf – we’re about to get swamped with what the National Weather Service is calling “torrential rains.”

And that’s not good for folks over on the Mississippi River side of the state of Illinois….because they’re already swamped.

The NWS says that this rain event that’s about to climb up into the Midwest will start at 7 a.m. tomorrow, Monday, July 15, and will continue on through to Tuesday, which will be the period of heaviest rain, although the forecast is also calling for continuation of the unneeded rain through Wednesday the 17th.

East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, already with sandbags piled all around, is bracing for the torrential downpours. There are folks there relying on sandbagging to keep their property closed off from the floodwaters which have been backed up there literally for weeks. More downpours will likely make all their efforts be for naught.

From NWS

Here’s what the NWS is saying in their forecasts for the affected areas; first, the Flood Watch.

Flood StatementNational Weather Service Paducah Kentucky726 PM CDT Sun Jul 14 2019...The flood warning continues for the following river inIllinois...Missouri...Mississippi River at Cape Girardeau andThebes. Moderate flooding continues on the Mississippi River at CapeGirardeau while minor flooding continues at Thebes. At bothlocations, water levels continue to fall slowly. Cape Girardeau isforecast to fall into minor flooding on Tuesday morning. Floodingwill continue until further notice at both locations.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...SAFETY MESSAGE...Never drivecars...trucks or sport utility vehicles through flooded areas. Thewater may be too deep to allow safe passage. Never allow children toplay in or near flood waters. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio oryour local media for further statements and possible updatedforecasts.Additional information is available athttp://www.crh.noaa.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=pah

The Flood Warning continues for the Mississippi River at CapeGirardeau *until further notice.* At 7:00 PM Sunday the stage was 37.4 feet. *Flood Stage is 32.0feet.* Moderate flooding is occurring and Moderate flooding is forecast.*Forecast...The river will continue to slowly fall, dropping to minorflooding Tuesday morning.

And here’s a Flood Warning.

Flood StatementNational Weather Service Paducah Kentucky726 PM CDT Sun Jul 14 2019...The flood warning continues for the following river inIllinois...Missouri...Mississippi River at Cape Girardeau andThebes.Moderate flooding continues on the Mississippi River at CapeGirardeau while minor flooding continues at Thebes. At bothlocations, water levels continue to fall slowly. Cape Girardeau isforecast to fall into minor flooding on Tuesday morning. Floodingwill continue until further notice at both locations.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...SAFETY MESSAGE...Never drivecars...trucks or sport utility vehicles through flooded areas. Thewater may be too deep to allow safe passage. Never allow children toplay in or near flood waters. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio oryour local media for further statements and possible updatedforecasts.Additional information is available athttp://www.crh.noaa.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=pah

And then here’s the hazardous weather outlook for the rest of the readership area; if you’re a regular reader, your county is probably included in this list.

Jefferson-Wayne IL-Edwards-Wabash-Perry IL-Franklin-Hamilton-WhiteJackson-Williamson-Saline-Gallatin-Union-Johnson-Pope-HardinAlexander-Pulaski-Massac-Gibson-Pike-Posey-Vanderburgh-WarrickSpencer-Fulton-Hickman-Carlisle-Ballard-McCracken-Graves-LivingstonMarshall-Calloway-Crittenden-Lyon-Trigg-Caldwell-Union KY-WebsterHopkins-Christian-Henderson-Daviess-McLean-Muhlenberg-Todd-Perry MOBollinger-Cape Girardeau-Wayne MO-Carter-Ripley-Butler-StoddardScott-Mississippi-New Madrid247 PM CDT Sun Jul 14 2019This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southern Illinois,southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri..DAY ONE...Through TonightShowers and thunderstorms will continue to spread north across theregion through tonight, especially across southeast Missouri andnearby portions of western Kentucky and southern Illinois. Severestorms are not expected, although heavy downpours can be expectedwith the stronger storms..DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through SaturdayNumerous showers and a few thunderstorms are forecast from Mondaythrough Wednesday due to the remnants of tropical system Barry, withthe risk of heavy rainfall and flooding in some areas. The heaviestrain should be over southeast Missouri, far western Kentucky, andextreme southern Illinois. See the latest Flash Flood Watch andHydrologic Outlook for more details. A few strong to severe stormsare possible early in the week. Afternoon heat indices will climbabove 100 degrees each afternoon from Thursday through Saturday..SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...Spotter reports of any flooding willbe needed during the first half of the new work week.

That’s for those of us in southern and southeastern Illinois. Please take precautions if you’re on the southwest and deep south side of the state, and Missouri readers…our best to you. This is the weirdest weather year ever, it seems, with no end in sight.

UNION CO., Ill. – A young man from Dongola in Union County has been indicted on multiple child pornography counts.

Chad Anthony Miller, 28, is the guy in question.

Miller was indicted by a Union County grand jury seated by State’s Attorney Tyler Edmonds; the grand jury returned 23 true bills of indictment yesterday, Tuesday, April 2.

Twenty of those counts are Class X Child Pornography; three are Class 2 felony counts of same. There also happens to be a single count of Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse of a victim under the age of 13, meaning that it’s alleged Miller actually had sexual contact with a child, not just engaged in child porn. All of the charges date back to early November 2018.

Interestingly, published reports indicate that Union County received “assistance” from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. There’s not a lot more info to be had on that, so it leads those in the know to speculate that either Flip Minton (father of the onerous Richie Minton), who has worked computer forensics specifically for child porn based out of Franklin County, and who just a couple of years ago was going around bragging that he’d accessed Disclosure‘s computers, is involved; or, even more of a stretch (but still possible), it might be that a child porn case that’s been dragging on in Franklin for a couple of years might have some kind of association with Miller’s. That case is the one involving former Clay County Hospital Chief Financial Officer Michael Hobbs, who was busted two years ago on charges of child porn and whose case isn’t going very quickly through the court system. Oftentimes, however, one person charged with child porn will rat out others in the network so that they might get a lighter sentence.

We don’t know if this is the case here, but we’ll keep an eye on it. In the meantime, Miller is being held on a $500,000 bail at Union County and remains behind bars. He’s set for arraignment tomorrow (April 4); because there’s been indictments, there doesn’t have to be a preliminary hearing.

UNION CO., Ill. – Carl A. Stadelbacher of Cobden in Union County, has been charged by indictment with one count of conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine and one count of unlawful possession of pseudoephedrine knowing that it would be used to manufacture methamphetamine, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, Steven D. Weinhoeft, announced today.

The federal indictment alleges that the offenses occurred between 2016 and February 2019, in Union and Jackson Counties. Stadelbacher, 52, made his initial appearance in federal court on March 13 and pleaded not guilty to the charges. He was ordered held without bond pending a May 20, 2019 jury trial.

The drug offenses carry a maximum penalty of 20 years imprisonment, three years of supervised release, and a fine of $1 million.

The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Union County State’s Attorney’s Office assisted in the investigation.

SO. ILL. – Thus far, the Weather Channel hasn’t named the storm that’s headed our way across southern Illinois (as well as Missouri, Indiana, Kentucky and beyond), but since it’s the Midwest and doesn’t really involve Chicago, they probably don’t care…flyover country, you know.

However, we flyover country peeps take winter weather advisories very seriously, and if you haven’t already gotten your alert on your phone, here’s what’s coming your way starting tomorrow (right after the butt-biting cold we’re going to experience tonight – Tuesday, November 13 – overnight and into tomorrow). Break out the down comforters…here’s what the National Weather Service out of Paducah are saying about this weather event, with our readership counties highlighted in bold.

From the National Weather Service

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Paducah KY
337 PM CST Tue Nov 13 2018
Jefferson-Wayne IL-Edwards-Wabash-Perry IL-Franklin-Hamilton-
White-Jackson-Williamson-Saline-Gallatin-Union-Johnson-Pope-
Hardin-Alexander-Pulaski-Massac-Gibson-Pike-Posey-Vanderburgh-
Warrick-Spencer-Fulton-Hickman-Carlisle-Ballard-McCracken-Graves-
Livingston-Marshall-Calloway-Crittenden-Lyon-Trigg-Caldwell-
Union KY-Webster-Hopkins-Christian-Henderson-Daviess-McLean-
Muhlenberg-Todd-Perry MO-Bollinger-Cape Girardeau-Wayne MO-Carter-
Ripley-Butler-Stoddard-Scott-Mississippi-New Madrid-
337 PM CST Tue Nov 13 2018
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southern
Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast
Missouri.
.DAY ONE...Tonight
Travelers should be watchful for the development of any black ice
on roadways that may still be wet from the precipitation earlier
today.
Otherwise, no hazardous weather expected at this time.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday
A Winter Storm Watch has been posted for the entire outlook area
from 3 pm Wednesday afternoon to 6 pm Thursday. This may cause
hazardous travel conditions for the Wednesday night and early
Thursday morning commutes. See the latest Winter Storm Watch and
other related products and social media issued by the National
Weather Service in Paducah Kentucky for any upgrade to a warning
or advisory.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter reports of snow, ice, or poor road conditions are
encouraged Wednesday night and Thursday morning.

From the National Weather Service

And here’s the winter storm WATCH info, with coverage counties being highlighted in bold.

We’ve already experienced a brief power outage for whatever reason, as well as two internet outages, but that’s on Shawneelink. While we have backup internet options, the power outages might occur if power lines get heavily iced and go down. If that happens, posting will be intermittent. Since we dumped our Fecesbook page back in August, we urge you to check out our three remaining social networking pages, Twitter, Minds.com and Gab.com. We can post there from our handhelds and will update you on conditions if we can.

UNION CO., Ill. – As is usually the case, we were advised that the man authorities were searching for in Union County was captured a few hours after the matter was brought to the attention of the public.

Of course, this means that the suspect – who was considered armed and suicidal – was on the loose and armed for an unknown number of hours before the public was even alerted to his prospective presence.

The announcement that Baker had been found and taken into custody was made very early this morning, around 5:30 a.m.

No details have formally been issued to media as to Baker’s capture, including whether it was without incident, where he was located, or any other pertinent bits of information. However, the outlet that poses as a TV station, WSIL, reports that Baker was located inside the Walmart store in Anna.

ANNA, Ill. – Authorities tonight are still searching for a man they believe is suicidal…and is armed.

Authorities in Union County say that earlier today (Tuesday, September 25) at approximately 4:07 p.m. the Union County Sheriff’s Department, Anna Police Department, Cobden Police Department, Illinois Conservation Police, and the Illinois State Police responded to a call of an armed suicidal subject on Old Saratoga Road in Union County.

A search of the residence revealed the subject had left the residence and was not located in the immediate area.

MARION, Ill. – The man listed as wanted in Union County several weeks ago has been apprehended in the city of Marion in neighboring Williamson County.

Authorities there have advised that James R. Webb, 50 has been arrested by the Marion Police Department on multiple warrants, and is now in custody.

Webb had created a situation at the end of April that prompted authorities to list him as wanted out of Franklin and DuPage counties, with authorities stating that Webb was last known to have been in the Dongola area of Union.

On their Facebook page, the Union County Sheriff’s Office thanked everyone for their help in apprehending Webb.

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James R. Webb, Jr.

UNION/FRANKLIN COs., Ill. – A man who last year was determined to be unfit to stand trial in Union County is now being sought by authorities in three Illinois counties, two of them in downstate.

James Robert Webb Jr., 50, is the subject of an announcement out of Union County by authorities, who state that Webb is wanted not only in Union, but also in Franklin and DuPage counties.

In Union County, Webb, despite being declared unfit to stand trial a year ago in January, apparently violated his terms of bond in a case dating back to August of 2016 in which he’s accused of Aiding/Abetting/Possession of a Stolen Vehicle. A bond forfeiture notice was issued back in November, and a judgment was entered on that forfeiture last week, prompting a Failure to Appear warrant to be issued.

In Franklin County, Webb was convicted of Aggravated Battery Causing Great Bodily Harm three years ago. That’s the most recent activity online records show; there may be something more going on, as a previous FTA warrant was quashed on March 1, and a status hearing had been set for him about two weeks ago. Whether he made it to that appearance or not remains unknown.

DuPage County records aren’t available online.

Webb is described as five-foot-eleven and weighing 180 pounds. He was last known to be in the Dongola area of Union County.

If anyone knows of Webb’s whereabouts or spots him, please contact the Union County Sheriff’s Office at 618-833-5500, or contact your local law enforcement officials.

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 6 AM CST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation. Rain will change to freezing rain and snow tonight.
* WHERE...Along and east of I-55.
* WHEN...A period of freezing rain is expected this evening as
far east as a Paris to Flora line...then further east to the
Indiana border overnight. The precipitation will end as light
snow overnight. A light glaze of ice is likely. Total snow
accumulations of 1 to 2 inches are possible east of I-57.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...As temperatures fall below freezing, a
period of freezing rain and snow is expected tonight. Slick
roads will impact the Friday morning commute. Motorists are
advised to drive with caution and plan on extra time to arrive
at their destinations.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.
The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Paducah KY
148 PM CST Thu Jan 11 2018
Jefferson-Wayne IL-Edwards-Wabash-Perry IL-Franklin-Hamilton-
White-Jackson-Williamson-Saline-Gallatin-Union-Johnson-Pope-
Hardin-Alexander-Pulaski-Massac-Gibson-Pike-Posey-Vanderburgh-
Warrick-Spencer-Fulton-Hickman-Carlisle-Ballard-McCracken-Graves-
Livingston-Marshall-Calloway-Crittenden-Lyon-Trigg-Caldwell-
Union KY-Webster-Hopkins-Christian-Henderson-Daviess-McLean-
Muhlenberg-Todd-Scott-Mississippi-New Madrid-
148 PM CST Thu Jan 11 2018
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southern
Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast
Missouri.
.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect tonight. Significant
accumulations of ice and snow are anticipated. Refer to the
Warning for details.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
The Winter Storm Warning continues Friday and expires at 9 PM.
Significant accumulations of ice and snow are anticipated. Refer
to the Warning for details.
Temperatures will plummet this weekend, offering biting cold with
potential single digit Lows Saturday night, and wind chills
possibly near zero early Sunday morning.
A pair of upper level disturbances will bring a decent chance of
light snow to much of the region Sunday afternoon through Monday.
Some light accumulations cannot be ruled out at this time. In
addition, wind chills may fall into the negative numbers Monday
night and Tuesday night, as another blast of cold air arrives.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter reports of wintry precipitation are appreciated

Here’s what Illinois State Police have to say about it.

With the prediction of falling temperatures and snow beginning tonight into the weekend, Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 is reminding motorists to take the necessary precautions before getting behind the wheel. Vehicle safety is equally important to driving safely while on the roadways.

“As winter weather impacts our area over the next several days, additional challenges and responsibilities for drivers exist,” said District 19 Commander Captain Cory Ristvedt. “We ask that drivers be well prepared: confirm your vehicle is properly maintained to operate in cold temperatures, allow extra time to reach your destination, ensure passengers are seat belted, and drive defensively by slowing down and increasing your following distance from other vehicles,” added Captain Ristvedt.

Stranded motorists are encouraged to remain inside their vehicles and wait for first responders to arrive. Motorists involved in crashes that do not require emergency assistance may file a crash report within 10 days at the nearest police station.

Illinois State Police also want to remind motorists to yield to emergency and snow removal equipment. Scott’s Law (Move-Over Law) requires drivers to reduce speed, change lanes if possible, and proceed with due caution when approaching emergency vehicles. Further, it requires motorists to slow down and move over for any disabled motorist exhibiting flashing hazard lights.

Other safety tips include:
 Make sure someone is aware of your travel route.
 Dress warmly – choose layers of clothing in anticipation of unexpected winter weather emergencies.
 Keep your gas tank at least two-thirds full to prevent the vehicle’s fuel line from freezing. Plenty of fuel is also important if your vehicle becomes stranded.
 Clear ice and snow from your vehicle windows and lights.
 Don’t crowd the plow – remember, a snowplow operator’s field of vision is restricted. You may see them, but they may not see you.

 Watch out for black ice – roads that appear clear may be treacherous. Take it slow when approaching intersections, off-ramps, bridges, and shady areas – all are prone to black ice.
 Have an emergency car care kit that contains jumper cables, a flashlight, a small ice scraper, blankets, gloves, food items, water, and a first aid kit.
 Carry a cell phone AND a charger.
 Always wear a safety belt.

Motorists are urged to check travel conditions before any trip. You may get interstate condition information by calling 1-800-452-IDOT (4368) or on the Internet at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. For additional winter travel information: Like us on Facebook at Illinois State Police District 19 Carmi